Daystar Recalls Jeep Renegade Rear Control Arm Brackets for Weld Defects
Daystar is recalling aftermarket rear control arm brackets for 2015-2016 Jeep Renegades due to improper welds that may allow the rear axle to shift, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (improper welds on control arm brackets) that allows the rear axle to shift, creating a significant risk of a crash.
Plain-English summary
Daystar Products International, Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket replacement rear control arm brackets included in the 2015-2016 Jeep Renegade 1.5" spacer kit, part KJ09168BK. These units were shipped from Daystar to distributors between October 27, 2015, and November 5, 2015.
The affected spacers may have improper or incomplete welds on the top flange of the rear control arm bracket. This defect can allow the rear axle to shift while driving, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Daystar will notify owners and direct them to repair shops to have the brackets inspected and replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Daystar customer service at 1-623-907-0081 or by email at [email protected]. Daystar's number for this recall is 16-01.
The recalled product
- Product
- JEEP RENEGADE
- Brand
- JEEP
- Manufacturer
- Daystar Products International, Inc.
- Affected units
- 50
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- RENEGADE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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